Role Overview
Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. Our shift leaders enable our young people to get their childhood back and create pathways to become well rounded adults – an incredibly rewarding role to have. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory! Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. Our shift leaders are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.
As a shift leader you will take care of our young people day to day, make sure things run smoothly and create lasting memories. You will also support the staff team, maintain high standards, and deputy Team Leaders as necessary. We are looking for someone able to relate to and build relationships with our young people.
Responsibilities
- Be there for the high and low moments of young people’s life.
- Run daily care and support activities.
- Ensure high standards and smooth operation of the home.
- Support and lead staff, including stepping in as deputy to Team Leaders.
- Build supportive relationships with young people.
- Champion a culture of honesty, empathy, and resilience.
- Provide leadership that inspires colleagues.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Dedication to caring for young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.
- Compassionate, emotionally resilient and supportive nature.
- Can‑do attitude, team player, willing to roll up sleeves to help others.
- Full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to study; we will pay for and support you).
- Enhanced DBS check (cost covered by the company).
Benefits
- Base salary £30,991 – £35,400.
- Bonuses – up to 4 sleep ins per month, paid £80 per sleep (≈ £3,840 per year).
- Attendance allowance – £1,400 (conditional on good attendance).
- Full 4‑week induction on our Care Academy.
- Holiday – 7 weeks basic, with flexible option to increase or decrease allowance.
- Progression – opportunities to advance within the group, including the ‘Aspire’ future managers programme.
- Flexible benefits package – adjust holiday, pension and life insurance (details provided).
- Wellbeing – access to employee assistance and a range of wellbeing tools.
- Medical cover – claim back costs such as optician or dentist appointments.
- Meals provided while at work.
- Beautiful, well‑equipped working environments.
- Friend referral scheme – £1,000 bonus per successful referral.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. At Witherslack Group inclusion is part of who we are; we celebrate diverse perspectives and champion difference. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
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